Leclerc happy with pole but claims it's not the best starting position in Russia!

After qualifying on pole for the fourth race in a row and for the sixth time this season, Charles Leclerc was thrilled to achieve the feat once more, although he did warn himself by saying the long straight into turn one means a good start is crucial.

Leclerc will be joined by championship leader Lewis Hamilton on the front row, as the Brit put in a mega lap to beat other Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel to P2. Just like in Singapore, the top 3 on the grid is Leclerc, Hamilton and Vettel.

"It's great to be back on pole but I don't know if it's the best track to start on pole," Leclerc said to Jenson Button on the grid.

"The straight is very long after the start, so tomorrow, the start will be very important as always but probably even more, because of the straight."

Leclerc has been the man to beat all weekend as he topped the charts in both FP1 and FP3, before setting the pace in Q2 as well during qualifying. Then, seemingly imminent, he completed the job by qualifying on pole position.

"We've been competitive all weekend long and the race simulation seems positive too, so it's looking good for tomorrow."